Dr. M. Mohapatra, Director General, IMD welcomed Hon’ble MoS (I/C), MoES, Dr Jitendra Singh and r. M. Ravichandran, Secretary, MoES on the grand occasion of IMD’s 151st Foundation Day.

The Hon’ble MoS (I/C), MoES, Dr Jitendra Singh inaugurated the commemorative plaque on 15th January 2026.

The Hon’ble MoS (I/C), MoES, Dr Jitendra Singh inaugurated the 3D-printed Automatic Weather Station marking a significant milestone in IMD’s journey of scientific innovation and public service.

India Meteorological Department and the Government of Tripura exchanged land lease documents for installation of a state-of-the-art X band Doppler Weather Radar at Belonia, Tripura.

Director General, IMD, Dr. Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, was felicitated by the University of Hyderabad, Gachibowli, Hyderabad

Hon’ble MoS (I/C), MoES, Dr Jitendra Singh today inaugurated the Museum of Meteorological Instruments and a new Solar Panel system at the Mausam Bhawan Complex, New Delhi. Developed by the India Meteorological Department under the Ministry of Earth Sciences Government of India the museum showcases India’s rich meteorological heritage through historic and modern weather instruments used across the country.

During the event, Doppler Weather Radars at Raipur and Mangaluru were also inaugurated, further strengthening India’s weather monitoring, forecasting accuracy, and disaster preparedness. The ceremony was graced by Dr. M. Ravichandran, Secretary, MoES, and Dr. Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, Director General, IMD. These initiatives collectively mark another significant milestone in advancing India’s capabilities in climate services, scientific outreach, and public weather awareness.